Monticello Express Briefs From 1887 Chronicle
A compact set of notes from the Monticello Express discusses politics, finance, and local events. It cites federal debt reductions under Harding and Mellon, critiques of Brookhart, stock market movements, and a mix of national and regional commentary including judiciary candidates and centenarian notices in a period tone.
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Harding
Coolidge
Mellon
Treasury Department
John G. Adams
Congress
Private wealth grows as Russia’s communist experiment falters
The piece notes Russia’s shift after the communist takeovers, with at least 5 percent of retail business now in private hands. It cites government strain under the program, Lenin’s tolerance of private accumulation, and hints at renewed confiscations against those amassing wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Lenine
Governor McCray Guilty of Mail Fraud in Big Scheme
Indiana governor McCray is found guilty of using the mails to further a fraud involving borrowed capital and a large business con. The case illustrates a high flight and a sharp fall as public deception ends in downfall and humiliation.
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McCray
Indiana
Al Smith Seen as Democratic Nomination Hopeful
Friends of Gay Al Smith of New York see his standing in the presidential race as strong while the broader public remains skeptical. Governors and legislators argue the White House post needs more than popularity and a smile, and the article notes Smith’s status as a wet and current political limits.
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Sioux City Journal
Friends of
AL Smith
New York
Phil Brip
Satin Tallowers
Rite of
White House
Proposal Rejected by Woman who Names Suitors
In a Kansas City Star excerpt, a man, seated beside a young woman after proposing, faces her pitying remark that other, younger girls might be a better match. She lists Annie Susie and Margy as potential brides, while he concedes he asked them all before approaching her.
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Congress
Europe
Ford
Sid Milner
Bella Plaine
Brookhart
Milner
Brodhart
Benton County
Kansas City Star
Annie
Susie
Margy
Chronic Disturbers and Public Life in a Congressional Row
Congressman Cole defends honest investigations while slamming chronic disturbers and snipers crossing party lines. He cites Sel Bloom in New York and the Coolidge administration moving oil land leases to prevent future losses. He argues for balanced party control and warns against partisan manipulation of probes.
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Congressman Cole
Cddar Rapids Republican
John W. Carey
Rock Rapids Review
Mr. Carey
Carey
Sel Bloom
New York
Chandler
New York State
Carner
Fall
Coolidge
Wilbur
Navy
Congress
Dr. Church Addresses Immigrant Issue Amid Japan Ties
Dr. Church president of the Carnegie Institute in Pittsburgh replies to Ambassador Hanihara on Japanese immigration, urging that a political crisis should not spoil cordial US Japan ties. He notes senate voting reflects broader sentiment shaped by passion and prejudice rather than fundamental policy.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Church
Carnegie Institute
Pittsburgh
Hanihara
Institute
Japan
Senate
United States
Iowa counties may issue bonds for gravel road work
A bill passed both chambers allows counties to issue bonds to gravel rural and city roads. In counties under 70 000 population the bond proposals must carry in both city and rural districts. Sponsored by Linn County the measure targets primary roads and Linn will fall under the under 70 000 rule allowing bonds by majority of toll population. A jab at golf vaccines ends with a light aside.
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Iowa
Linn County
Confidence Gives Approval
The marked approval Mr. Coolidge has received from fellow citizens signals a healthy democratic sign. A diligent, just and tenacious president may win lasting trust, showing steadiness over flashy charisma and reminding politicians to keep a steady course amid tempests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Ind. Dem
Coolidge
Calvi Coolidge
Iowa general assembly recesses to June 22 for pew code final
The Fortieth Iowa general assembly recessed at noon last Saturday to June 22 for printing and final adoption of the pew code. The house adopted a judiciary committee report directing a final investigation of Miss Mayb E Francis, state superintendent of public instruction. The session began December 4, 1928, and cost about $500000 with major expenses for current costs and code bill preparation.
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Fortieth General Assembly
Iowa
Assembly
House of Representatives
Judiciary Committee
May B E. Francis
House
Senate
Governor Smith as Presidential Candidate Adversary
The Springfield Republican argues Gov. Smith is a flawed nominee for a party seeking victory. It cites Tammany ties wetness Catholicism and New York sophistication as alienating to rural voters. The piece stresses agrarian unrest in the western grain belt and the need to win farm support.
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Springfield
Gov. Smith
Appalachian Range
New York City
America
American
Manhattan
The
Bronx
Stingless bee imagined as pacifist critique
A New York Daily News column envisions a Washington beekeeper creating a stingless bee as a metaphor for pacifist nonresistance. It argues pacifists would also render Uncle Sam wingless and useless, ending with a sharp jab at antiwar rhetoric.
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New York Daily News
Washington
Sam
Miss Francis Under Fire From Iowa Teachers
The Marshalltown Times-Republican notes criticism of Miss Francis as overly self assured. The state has 30 qualified teachers many deemed better suited or approved by local officials, suggesting Miss Francis may overestimate her position.
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Marshalltown
Miss Francis
Iowa
Francis
The President's Church Sermons in Harrisburg Debate
The Harrisburg Telegraph questions if ministers alter sermons for a president’s attendance. It argues the U.S. president is a man before God, not to be preached at or prayed to, and that reverence in Washington is shared among denominations.
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Harrisburg
United States
Washington
Republican candidate announces bid for State Senate in 24th District
A Republican announces candidacy for State Senate representing the 24th District comprising Jones and Cedar counties. He cites two recent General Assembly sessions in the House as proving experience for effective legislation and pledges progressive, sane state policy while presenting his record in support of his campaign.
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I. G. Albert
Jefferson
Jones and
Cedar
House of Representatives
General Assembly
Iowa farmers invited to trial Peking soybeans for hay
The Iowa Agricultural Experiment Association offers one bushel of Peking soybean seed to any farmer who sends $4 to Joe L. Robinson, secretary treasurer, Iowa State College, Ames. Peking is a tall upright variety for a one acre trial on the farm.
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Iowa
Iowa Agricultural Experiment Association
Joe L. Robinson
Iowa State College
Ames
Towa
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Supreme Court of Soviet Russia
Lenine and Trotzky
Mat Brookhart
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Chauncey M. Depew
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Tabid
San Francisco Chronicle
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Chicago Daily News
Summer Hardware
Cross Hardware Co
Plains
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Londen Way
Central Lumber & Coal Co
G. P. Rockstad, Mgr
Capital’s Service
James J. Davis
Oal
Standard Oil Company
Middle West
Standard Oil Building
Michigan Avenue
Willys-Knight and Overland
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